Portrait of an Old Woman by Vincent van Gogh. A close-up oil portrait of an elderly woman wearing a white lace cap and a large white bow tied at her neck.

Portrait of an Old Woman

Vincent van Gogh

1885 · Oil Paint, Canvas

This poignant oil portrait by Vincent van Gogh captures the weathered features of an elderly woman with expressive brushwork and stark tonal contrast.

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Where it works

A grounded artwork with confident presence with quiet neutral notes — brings a composed sense of weight.

Often works in
Library · Study · Office
Placement
Strongest where a vertical wall can take more presence
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Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
Color notes
Soft gray, Charcoal black

About the piece

Painted in 1885 during Van Gogh's time in Nuenen, this portrait showcases his early interest in capturing the character of local peasants. The work is defined by thick, confident brushstrokes and a somber palette, punctuated by the bright white of the woman's traditional cap and bow against a dark, atmospheric background.

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